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February 2008 Archive
Sissinghurst
Posted on February 17, 2008 by
Last August I visited the gardens of Sissinghurst in England (in the countryside of Kent) and fell in love with this spot at the entrance into the South Cottage where both Vita and Harold had their bedrooms. The citrusy colours of the tall spiky Canna 'Assaut' and the bright yellow dwarf bamboo against weathered silver wood and a random flagstone path work beautifully together. If you like this look, remember that Bamboo can be very invasive so consider putting it in a pot or use Golden Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa macra) instead. Continue...
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Sissinghurst
Posted on February 17, 2008 by
Climbing the winding steps up to the top of the tower was well worth the effort for the birds-eye views of the garden. Here I had a great view of the yew Rondel that is the centre axis in the rose garden. Continue...
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Sissinghurst
Posted on February 17, 2008 by
A narrow path through the white garden keeps the experience intimate. Continue...
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Keukenhof colour combos
Posted on February 17, 2008 by
The most striking aspect of the Keukenhof garden in Holland was the intriguing colour combinations and mix of bulbs and perennials. The garden designers freshened up garden favourites by placing them with unexpected partners like this vibrant pairing of Bleeding heart (Dicentra spectabilis) and orange tulips. Continue...
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Keukenhof colour combos
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An interesting border of bristly broom (Cytisus) branches with rich red pea-like blooms and pink tulips. This mix of unexpected textures and "limited" colour palette reminded me of the "Bejewelled Garden" Sarah Price designed for the Chelsea flower show last year. Continue...
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Keukenhof colour combos
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The gorgeous Azalea garden in full bloom. Continue...
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